2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 745 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Catera | 125 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |